National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line: Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor.
The listed websites and book recommendations are offered as a resource for you as needed.
Books on Working with Parts of Yourself
Parts Work: An Illustrated Guide to Your Inner Life by Tom Holmes
Addiction Resources
PTSD and Substance Use
Helpful information on the relationship between addiction and trauma.
Drug Treatment Centers -- Texas
Information on how to find a rehab treatment center in Texas.
Substance Abuse on College Campuses: http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/substance-abuse-in-college/
Anxiety Resources
Anxiety and Depression Association of America.
Self-help and research on Anxiety disorders and depression.
International OCD Association
Self-help and research on OCD.
Domestic Violence Resources
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
Self-help and advocacy for people affected by domestic violence.
Intimate Partner Violence
Facts and resources on intimate partner violence by the American Psychological Association.
Violence Awareness & Prevention Guide: http://www.learnpsychology.org/now/violence/
Resources for Eating Disorders
RISE UP Phone Application
Phone application to help track meals, mood and use coping skills to help with eating disorders.
Eating Disorder Awareness Resources: http://www.learnpsychology.org/mental-health/eating-disorders/
Resources for Infertility
Resolve: The National Infertility Association
Offers support, support groups, research and advocacy for anyone struggling with infertility.
Resources for LGBT Communities
Coming Out Workshop
Highly regarded coming out workshop for anyone anywhere on the journey of coming out. Contact person via Cathedral of Hope: Jane Graner.
Genecis at Children's Health
Highly regarded help for families with kids and adolescents age 4-17 with gender dysphoria. Located in Dallas. 214-456-5959.
Support group for transgender and gender non-conforming kids and their families
Highly regarded support and social group for trans kids and families in DFW area.
The Trevor Project
Suicide prevention and peer support for LGBT Youth.
The Resource Center of Dallas
Provides low cost mental health counseling, health services and HIV testing for LGBT communities and provides transgender health resources. Also has youth programs that address challenges youths age 12-18 face with family and peers.
PFLAG
Community support and education for parents, family, allies and friends of LGBT.
Gender Spectrum
Based in Austin, this website gives parents tools to help create gender-inclusive environments in their homes and communities. Offers how-to-guides and research.
Transgender Education Network of Texas
Offers education and networking events statewide regarding the equity of gender diversity. 877-792-8095.
Transyouth Family Allies
Resources for parents on printable PDFs. 888-462-8932.
The Human Rights Campaign
Articles (e.g. "ask the expert: transitioning in school"), information on ways to support LGBTQ population and events by state.
Book on exploring gender identity: The Gender Quest Workbook: A workbook for teens and young adults exploring gender identity.
LBGTQ College Resources: www.affordablecolleges.com/resources/lgbtq-college-resources/
Resources for Mood Disorders, Depression and Bipolar Disorder
Depression: Resources and Facts.
Resources and facts about depression from the American Psychological Association.
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance
Peer support and education on depression, mood disorders and bipolar.
Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Resources
Mindful.org
Guided mindfulness meditations.
Selfcompassion.org
Guided meditations and exercises for self-compassion.
Mindfulselfcompassion.org
Guided meditations for self-compassion.
UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center
Free mindfulness meditations.
StopBreatheThink Phone Application
Mindfulness App. with guided meditations.
Sleep & Meditation: https://www.tuck.com/sleep-meditation/.
Resources for Perinatal Issues, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy Loss & Infant Loss
Postpartum Support International
Offers support groups and helpful information for anyone who has experienced postpartum depression and/or postpartum mood and anxiety issues.
Postpartum Depression Screening Quiz
Take a quick quiz to assess if its time to seek help for postpartum depression.
Share Pregnancy Loss & Infant Loss
Offers support and advocacy for anyone who has lost a baby. They offer bed-side companions, phone counseling, face-to- face support group meetings, resource packets, private online communities, memorial events, and training for caregivers.
Unspoken Grief
Support for anyone affected by neonatal loss, stillbirth and miscarriage.
Postpartum Progress
Information about deciding to have another child after experiencing postpartum depression.
Postpartum Dads
Dads can experience postpartum depression and anxiety as well.
Medication Info and Breastfeeding
American Pregnancy Association
Resources on pregnancy loss and still birth.
Parenting Resources
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child: The Heart of Parenting by John Gottman
Emotionally Healthy Twins: A New Philosophy for Parenting Two Unique Children. By Joan Friedman
Resources for Parents of Premature Babies
Dallas Preemie Parents
Offers support groups and play groups for preemie parents in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.
Hand to Hold
Provides comprehensive navigation resources and support programs to parents of preemies, babies born with special health care needs, and those who have experienced a loss due to these or other complications.
Graham's Foundation
Provides 24/7 parent mentorship, advocacy and support for parents of preemies including practical support like parent care packages.
Zoe Rose Memorial Foundation
Offers parent support via counselors and peer counselors as well as education for parents of preemies.
Preemie Babies 101
A parenting blog for parents of preemies.
Papas of Preemies
Support for fathers of premature babies.
Preemie World
Helps bridge the gap between parent and professionals in NICU, at home and beyond. With books, videos, and other products and tools, the hope is to make everyone’s life just a little bit easier as the “new normal” is created in the life of the preemie and his/her family.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)
Offers services for children 0-3 years old for vision, language, developmental issues, PT, OT, etc.
Resources for Parents of Multiples
Texas Mothers of Multiples
Find a support/social group of mother of multiples in addition to research/advocacy for parents of multiples.
Post-Traumatic Stress Resources
Sidran Traumatic Stress Institute
Self-help resources on post traumatic stress, research and professional resources.
National Center for PTSD
Latest research and resources for PTSD.
International Association for the Study of Trauma & Dissociation
Latest research and resources for PTSD and dissociation.
PTSD Coach Phone Application
Phone Application that offers coping skills and information about PTSD.
Sexual Assault, Rape, Incest, Sexual Abuse Resources
Rape, Abuse Incest National Network
Self-help resources.
Military Sexual Trauma
Resources for people affected by military sexual trauma.
1 in 6: For Men who have experienced rape, incest or sexual abuse.
Facts vs. myths, and self-help resources for men who have experienced rape, incest or sexual abuse.
Sexual Healing Journey: A Guide for Survivors of Sexual Abuse by Wendy Maltz
Resources to Prevent Suicide
Suicide
Suicide: Read this first
Suicide Awareness:Save.org
Suicide Prevention Resource Guidebook: http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/college-suicide-prevention/
Resources for Veterans
Make the Connection
Resources on adjustment to civilian life, military sexual trauma and combat trauma, etc.
Military Sexual Trauma
Information and resources on military sexual
PLEASE NOTE: I am not responsible for content on these websites or content in these books that I recommend.
Crisis Text Line: Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor.
The listed websites and book recommendations are offered as a resource for you as needed.
Books on Working with Parts of Yourself
Parts Work: An Illustrated Guide to Your Inner Life by Tom Holmes
Addiction Resources
PTSD and Substance Use
Helpful information on the relationship between addiction and trauma.
Drug Treatment Centers -- Texas
Information on how to find a rehab treatment center in Texas.
Substance Abuse on College Campuses: http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/substance-abuse-in-college/
Anxiety Resources
Anxiety and Depression Association of America.
Self-help and research on Anxiety disorders and depression.
International OCD Association
Self-help and research on OCD.
Domestic Violence Resources
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
Self-help and advocacy for people affected by domestic violence.
Intimate Partner Violence
Facts and resources on intimate partner violence by the American Psychological Association.
Violence Awareness & Prevention Guide: http://www.learnpsychology.org/now/violence/
Resources for Eating Disorders
RISE UP Phone Application
Phone application to help track meals, mood and use coping skills to help with eating disorders.
Eating Disorder Awareness Resources: http://www.learnpsychology.org/mental-health/eating-disorders/
Resources for Infertility
Resolve: The National Infertility Association
Offers support, support groups, research and advocacy for anyone struggling with infertility.
Resources for LGBT Communities
Coming Out Workshop
Highly regarded coming out workshop for anyone anywhere on the journey of coming out. Contact person via Cathedral of Hope: Jane Graner.
Genecis at Children's Health
Highly regarded help for families with kids and adolescents age 4-17 with gender dysphoria. Located in Dallas. 214-456-5959.
Support group for transgender and gender non-conforming kids and their families
Highly regarded support and social group for trans kids and families in DFW area.
The Trevor Project
Suicide prevention and peer support for LGBT Youth.
The Resource Center of Dallas
Provides low cost mental health counseling, health services and HIV testing for LGBT communities and provides transgender health resources. Also has youth programs that address challenges youths age 12-18 face with family and peers.
PFLAG
Community support and education for parents, family, allies and friends of LGBT.
Gender Spectrum
Based in Austin, this website gives parents tools to help create gender-inclusive environments in their homes and communities. Offers how-to-guides and research.
Transgender Education Network of Texas
Offers education and networking events statewide regarding the equity of gender diversity. 877-792-8095.
Transyouth Family Allies
Resources for parents on printable PDFs. 888-462-8932.
The Human Rights Campaign
Articles (e.g. "ask the expert: transitioning in school"), information on ways to support LGBTQ population and events by state.
Book on exploring gender identity: The Gender Quest Workbook: A workbook for teens and young adults exploring gender identity.
LBGTQ College Resources: www.affordablecolleges.com/resources/lgbtq-college-resources/
Resources for Mood Disorders, Depression and Bipolar Disorder
Depression: Resources and Facts.
Resources and facts about depression from the American Psychological Association.
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance
Peer support and education on depression, mood disorders and bipolar.
Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Resources
Mindful.org
Guided mindfulness meditations.
Selfcompassion.org
Guided meditations and exercises for self-compassion.
Mindfulselfcompassion.org
Guided meditations for self-compassion.
UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center
Free mindfulness meditations.
StopBreatheThink Phone Application
Mindfulness App. with guided meditations.
Sleep & Meditation: https://www.tuck.com/sleep-meditation/.
Resources for Perinatal Issues, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy Loss & Infant Loss
Postpartum Support International
Offers support groups and helpful information for anyone who has experienced postpartum depression and/or postpartum mood and anxiety issues.
Postpartum Depression Screening Quiz
Take a quick quiz to assess if its time to seek help for postpartum depression.
Share Pregnancy Loss & Infant Loss
Offers support and advocacy for anyone who has lost a baby. They offer bed-side companions, phone counseling, face-to- face support group meetings, resource packets, private online communities, memorial events, and training for caregivers.
Unspoken Grief
Support for anyone affected by neonatal loss, stillbirth and miscarriage.
Postpartum Progress
Information about deciding to have another child after experiencing postpartum depression.
Postpartum Dads
Dads can experience postpartum depression and anxiety as well.
Medication Info and Breastfeeding
American Pregnancy Association
Resources on pregnancy loss and still birth.
Parenting Resources
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child: The Heart of Parenting by John Gottman
Emotionally Healthy Twins: A New Philosophy for Parenting Two Unique Children. By Joan Friedman
Resources for Parents of Premature Babies
Dallas Preemie Parents
Offers support groups and play groups for preemie parents in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.
Hand to Hold
Provides comprehensive navigation resources and support programs to parents of preemies, babies born with special health care needs, and those who have experienced a loss due to these or other complications.
Graham's Foundation
Provides 24/7 parent mentorship, advocacy and support for parents of preemies including practical support like parent care packages.
Zoe Rose Memorial Foundation
Offers parent support via counselors and peer counselors as well as education for parents of preemies.
Preemie Babies 101
A parenting blog for parents of preemies.
Papas of Preemies
Support for fathers of premature babies.
Preemie World
Helps bridge the gap between parent and professionals in NICU, at home and beyond. With books, videos, and other products and tools, the hope is to make everyone’s life just a little bit easier as the “new normal” is created in the life of the preemie and his/her family.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)
Offers services for children 0-3 years old for vision, language, developmental issues, PT, OT, etc.
Resources for Parents of Multiples
Texas Mothers of Multiples
Find a support/social group of mother of multiples in addition to research/advocacy for parents of multiples.
Post-Traumatic Stress Resources
Sidran Traumatic Stress Institute
Self-help resources on post traumatic stress, research and professional resources.
National Center for PTSD
Latest research and resources for PTSD.
International Association for the Study of Trauma & Dissociation
Latest research and resources for PTSD and dissociation.
PTSD Coach Phone Application
Phone Application that offers coping skills and information about PTSD.
Sexual Assault, Rape, Incest, Sexual Abuse Resources
Rape, Abuse Incest National Network
Self-help resources.
Military Sexual Trauma
Resources for people affected by military sexual trauma.
1 in 6: For Men who have experienced rape, incest or sexual abuse.
Facts vs. myths, and self-help resources for men who have experienced rape, incest or sexual abuse.
Sexual Healing Journey: A Guide for Survivors of Sexual Abuse by Wendy Maltz
Resources to Prevent Suicide
Suicide
Suicide: Read this first
Suicide Awareness:Save.org
Suicide Prevention Resource Guidebook: http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/college-suicide-prevention/
Resources for Veterans
Make the Connection
Resources on adjustment to civilian life, military sexual trauma and combat trauma, etc.
Military Sexual Trauma
Information and resources on military sexual
PLEASE NOTE: I am not responsible for content on these websites or content in these books that I recommend.